Authentic Connections Counseling LLC

06/12/2026

📣Continuing Education Opportunity for Mental Health Professionals

Beyond PMS: Understanding PMDD in Women & Girls
Assessment, Differential Diagnosis & Treatment Considerations for Mental Health Professionals

Many women spend years being treated for anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, burnout, relationship difficulties, or ADHD before anyone asks an important question:
Do their symptoms worsen predictably throughout the menstrual cycle?

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe cyclical condition that remains widely misunderstood, underrecognized, and frequently misdiagnosed. As mental health professionals, we are uniquely positioned to identify symptom patterns, improve assessment, and support clients in accessing appropriate treatment and care.

In this 90-minute virtual training, participants will learn:
Participants will learn:
✔️ How to differentiate PMS, PMDD, and Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME)
✔️ Assessment, screening, and symptom-tracking strategies to support diagnosis
✔️ A PMDD-specific framework for understanding and responding to suicidal ideation and su***de risk
✔️ Evidence-informed treatment approaches, referral considerations, and interdisciplinary collaboration strategies

📅 Friday, July 17, 2026
⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM EST
💻 Live via Zoom
🎓 1.5 CE Credits
💲 $57

Registration: https://cammieterrylpc.myflodesk.com/pmdd-training

06/05/2026

Save your spot!
https://forms.gle/hd7jhHcHJrEJgeJa6

05/28/2026

Join us for a casual evening of connection, conversation, and community with local mental health and wellness professionals.

Whether you’re a therapist, prescriber, school professional, or work in a helping role—this space is for you.

📍 Location: ACC | 44031 Pipeine Plaza, Suite 305, Ashburn, VA 20147
📅 Date: June 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00–6:00 PM

Light drinks & snacks provided.

We’d love to have you there!

RSVP: https://forms.gle/CSwYkHoxAXBm2MEJ7

05/22/2026

Three years in a row! 💕

We’re incredibly honored to share that ACC has been voted Best of Ashburn again.

This practice has grown so much over the years, and truly none of it would be possible without the trust and support of our clients, community, referral partners, and team!

Thank you to every person who has trusted us with your story, recommended our practice to someone you care about, attended a workshop, shared our posts, voted for us, or supported us along the way. We never take that trust lightly!

What started as a small vision has continued to grow into something so meaningful, and we’re deeply grateful to continue serving this community!

Thank you, Ashburn 🫶

- the Authentic Connections Counseling Team ❤️

05/22/2026

Mental health struggles don’t always look obvious…

Sometimes people are carrying anxiety, burnout, grief, emotional overwhelm, trauma, shame, or exhaustion while still showing up to work, responding to texts, taking care of others, or trying to keep life moving.

A lot of people silently struggle with feeling “too sensitive,” “too much,” “lazy,” “behind,” or frustrated with themselves for not functioning the way they think they should.

Mental Health Awareness Month can be a reminder that many people are carrying more than we realize, including ourselves! 🫶❤️💕

05/12/2026

✨ Reiki + Yoga has moved to Tuesday evenings! ✨

Take a midweek pause and join Caitlin for a beautiful blend of gentle yoga, mindful movement, and Reiki energy healing designed to help you reset, realign, and restore. 💫

Whether you’re feeling stressed, depleted, or simply craving a little time to reconnect with yourself, this class is the perfect way to recharge.

🗓 Tuesdays
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 West Trail Wellness and Massage

Come breathe, move, and receive. 💜

Reserve your spot here: www.WestTrailMassage.com

05/07/2026

We are sooo excited to announce we now offer EMDR! If you've been waiting to get started with EMDR, now's a great time! Sarah Chun, LPC is now accepting new EMDR clients.

Schedule now!

Sarah Chun, LPC, is an EMDR-certified therapist offering in-person and virtual therapy for teens (12+) and adults in Ashburn, VA. She helps clients navigate anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions with a compassionate, grounded approach.

04/30/2026

TOMORROW at 10 AM EST! Virtual training on ADHD | 1.5 CE

https://accounseling.thinkific.com/products/live_events/adhd-live-event

04/30/2026

At Blue Ridge Care, we know that grief doesn’t follow a timeline — and no one should have to carry it alone. 💙🦋

This May, our Center for Hope & Healing is offering a variety of grief support groups designed to meet people where they are — with options that are in person, virtual, nature‑based, and family‑focused. Each gathering is rooted in compassion, connection, and the understanding that healing looks different for everyone.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore support or looking for a place to feel understood, we’re here to walk alongside you.

💙 Learn more about our grief support services:
🔗 https://blueridgecare.org/our-services/grief-support-services/
📧 [email protected]
📞 540‑313‑9275

04/29/2026

Wanting to end the school year strong? Build that social growth that will be so important for summer?

We are offering abbreviated 5-week sessions at our Ashburn location to close out the school year: Sessions will run May 6 - June 3 from 5:30-6:30.

Snap Social

https://forms.gle/YDYZwTMtWNNSocDC7

A Snap Circuits-based group focused on collaboration, turn-taking, and problem-solving through hands-on building activities.

LEGO Connections

https://forms.gle/Ve3oXhRqfguoXdgK7

A LEGO-based social skills group that promotes teamwork, communication, and creative thinking through structured building challenges.